It claimed the council would have to borrow £2m to purchase the land and create playing fields with off-road access and changing rooms.

Mr Service said: “We really don’t think this plan should go ahead – it’s not a great location. While we commend the council for searching for land to fill a recognised need, this particular site is in the wrong place.”

Town council leader Margaret Davies disputed the amount the town council would have to borrow, saying about £1.2m was needed to buy the site and pay for the initial work at the site.

She said: “We still have to apply for a loan from the Public Works Loans Board and seek planning permission, subject to financial and legal agreements.”

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